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Alaska is in the northwestern area of North America, surrounded by the waters of the Arctic and Pacific Oceans. The state enjoys moderate temperatures during the summer months, while winters are typically cold with heavy precipitation. Despite the chilly climate, a number of vacation sites offer weekend rentals throughout the year.

Central Alaska

The central region of Alaska is home to Fairbanks and the northern edge of Denali National Park. The EarthSong Lodge (earthsonglodge.com) is less than a mile from Denali National Park. Cabins offer bathrooms, quilts, reading material and alarm clocks. Henry's Coffeehouse is on-site, and the property has a grilling area and a public gazebo. The EarthSong Lodge arranges dog sledding excursions during the winter months. North Pole Cabins (northpolecabins.com) are in North Pole, Alaska, situated within a 15-minute drive of Fairbanks. The property allows weekend rentals with a two-night minimum. Cabins feature sleeper sofas and kitchenettes, and North Pole Cabins provides a continental breakfast basket to guests.

South Alaska

The Nancy Lake State Recreation Area and Anchorage are in Alaska's southern area. Alaska Kozey Cabins (alaskakozeycabins.com) are in the community of Wasilla, about 20 miles east of the Nancy Lake State Recreation Area. Weekend rentals boast cable TV, fully equipped kitchens and porches. Guests enjoy access to snowmobile trails, situated behind the cabins. Timberline Drive Vacation Rentals (timberlinedrivebnb.com) sit 45 minutes from Anchorage. Rentals require a two-night minimum stay and can accommodate up to 10 guests. Amenities include DVD players, separate living spaces and complimentary breakfast items. Units with fireplaces, decks and hot tubs are optional.

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The temperature in Alaska in March tends to be very predictable, so you can generally count on the forecast and travel light.

The temperature in Alaska in March is somewhat unpredictable, so be on the safe side and prepare for a variety of conditions.

The temperature in Alaska in March is highly unpredictable, so use the forecast as a guide, but be ready for anything!

Gulf of Alaska

Alaska's coastal region is home to Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park. The Gulf of Alaska's Angels Rest on Resurrection Bay (angelsrest.com) offers weekend rentals throughout the year. All units have electricity, kitchenettes and free wireless Internet service. Some cabins have views of the bay, and Angels Rest arranges fishing, dog sledding and hiking tours. Ninilchik Cabins and Fish Camp (ninilchikcabins.com) is less than an hour from Kenai Fjords National Park. Cabins feature fish cleaning areas, full kitchens and satellite TV. Units with laundry facilities and views of Cook Inlet are available. Guests enjoy a free breakfast daily.

Juneau Area

Juneau features attractions such as Mendehall Glacier and Taku Inlet. Located in the northern area of Juneau, weekend rentals at Juneau's Alaska Beach Cabin and Boat House Cottage (alaskabeachcabin.com) require a two-night stay. Accommodations include hardwood floors, kitchens and televisions. Guests can choose cabins with decks or porches. The John Muir Cabin (fs.fed.us) inside Tongass National Forest sits approximately 13 miles from Juneau. This primitive cabin sleeps up to 16 people and offers a heater, wood stove and porch. The property offers convenient access to the Auke Ne Trail of Tongass National Forest, a hiking and skiing trail.

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